Position
Physician (Regular FT) Cardiologist Non‑Invasive – U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Summary
Eligible for the Educational Debt Reduction Program (EDRP). Applicants must apply within four months of appointment. Recruitment / Relocation incentive : authorized.
Pay
$350,000.00 – $375,000.00 per year.
Qualifications
- United States citizenship or eligible non‑citizen per VA policy.
- Doctor of Medicine or equivalent osteopathic medicine degree from a VA‑approved institution.
- Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a U.S. state, territory, Commonwealth, or District of Columbia.
- Completed residency in an accredited core specialty that leads to board certification (ACGME or AOA). Residents in approved programs may serve as Physician Resident Providers (PRPs) on a limited basis.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English.
- Board certified in Cardiology (preferred).
- Demonstrated excellence in clinical practice with substantial expertise in cardiovascular imaging.
- Passion for teaching and mentoring at all levels.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position and a pre‑placement physical examination.
Basic Requirements
U.S. citizenship (or eligible non‑citizen).Doctor of Medicine or osteopathic medicine degree.Degree from a VA‑approved school.Full, unrestricted license.Residency in an accredited program.Board certification (if applicable).Duties
Provide expert care in cardiovascular imaging, including echocardiography and cardiac MRI.Engage in inpatient and outpatient clinical duties.Teach and mentor medical students, residents, fellows, and other trainees.Develop and deliver educational programs, including lectures and workshops.Participate in curriculum development and educational initiatives.Contribute to section goals, strategic planning, and interdisciplinary committees.Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of imaging modalities and practice standards.Benefits
Competitive base salary plus performance bonus and regular salary increases.Paid time off : 50–55 days per year (annual leave, sick leave, federal holidays, and CME time).Traditional federal pension (5‑year vesting) and 401(k) with up to 5% VA contribution.Comprehensive federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long‑term care insurance.Malpractice coverage with tail protection.Full licensure from any U.S. state or territory.Additional CME reimbursement of up to $1,000 per year for board‑certified physicians.Full‑time employment with flexible scheduling; telework not authorized.#J-18808-Ljbffr